Bear Creek Trail

Bear Creek Trail is a 13.5 mile lightly trafficked out and back trail located near Yreka, California that offers the chance to see wildlife. The trail is rated as difficult and primarily used for hiking, trail running, and backpacking. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.

DISTANCE

13.5 miles

ELEVATION GAIN

4265 feet

ROUTE TYPE

Out & Back

dogs on leash

backpacking

hiking

trail running

forest

views

wildlife

The side road at the end that is supposed to take you to the trailhead, there is a sign at the beginning of this road that reads private road, no public access. There was no other obvious way to get to trailhead. Don't bother with this hike.